What's on T.V. Picks + Netflix / Amazon / Disney+
- Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
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What the students should watch this week to tie in with our drama activities!
THIS WEEK'S TOP 10 MIX UP THEATRE T.V. PICKS
How do you rate this week's picks?
1. FILMS: Harry Potter Series (2001 - 2012)
Sky Cinema - Harry Potter
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Ellie (Age 12) - ★★★★★
'I liked this movie as I found it funny and enjoyable, the movie in itself has a good storyline and I would totally recommend it for a family movie night.'
Stewart - ★★★★★
'This is the Harry Potter film that really stands alone in terms of how it looks and it's style but it doesn't jar with the franchise in anyway. It still stays loyal to the source whilst maintaining it's own unique offbeat quality. This is thanks to the excellent work of director Alfonso Cuaron who really leaves his stamp on the film.
Meanwhile the three lead actors have really upped their game here and they are supported as always by an excellent supporting cast joined this time with memorable work by Emma Thompson, David Thewlis, Michael Gambon (taking over as Dumbledore) and the brilliant Gary Oldman - fantastic as Sirius Black.
The story is fantastic, werewolves, time travel and Dementors! Brilliant! Maybe the best book in the HP series, and the best film!'
Stewart - ★★★★★
'Another excellent entry in the series, this one is quite action packed as well with the Triwizard tournament. There's a distinctive tone change here thanks to the appearance of the series big villain, brought to life deliciously by Ralph Fiennes. Excellent work by the cast as always and special effects are perfect. Superb!'
Niamh (Age 9) - ★★★★★
'I love the movie so much it was really good. I loved how Harry was able to see and save Mr Weasley before he died, I am glad he did not die.
I was so mad when Harry got expelled from Hogwarts but I’m so glad he didn’t get expelled from Hogwarts in the end. I was shocked when Sirius died.
I enjoyed it but it didn’t put as much detail as the Book so I enjoyed the book the best I give it five stars'
See where the Harry Potter movies land in our Top 10 Halloween Movies...
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2. FILM: Oppenheimer (2023)
Netflix
Biographical drama starring Cillian Murphy and Emily Blunt. During the Second World War, American physicist J Robert Oppenheimer and fellow scientists race against time to develop an atomic bomb before the Nazis. But, during the 1950s Red Scare, his name is dragged through the mud by US officials. From Director of the Week, Christopher Nolan.
Stewart - ★★★★★
"It's a phenomenal movie, grand scale epic storytelling from a filmmaker at the top of his game alongside an outstanding cast lead by Murphy's brilliant performance."
Saturday 25th October, BBC2, 6:20pm
Fantasy starring Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder. Edward is a man-made boy built by an inventor whose sudden death leaves his creation with sharp metal shears instead of hands. After he is discovered by an Avon lady, who takes him home to her family, Edward is greeted with curiosity by the outside world.
Daniel (Age 11) - ★★★★
'This was very different from the sort of movie I would normally watch but it was a really interesting story and funny too. I liked how the character was introduced in a creative way and I think there was an important message about supporting people who are different. I liked Johnny Depp's performance, although he doesn't say much we feel a lot of sympathy for the character through his facial expressions and body language. I recommend this film."
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4. FILM: KPop Demon Hunters (2025)
Netflix
When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they're using their secret powers to protect their fans from supernatural threats.
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5. FILM: The Woman in Black (2011)
Friday 31st October, BBC2, 12:40am
Horror thriller starring Daniel Radcliffe. Young solicitor Arthur Kipps is sent to examine documentation left by a recently deceased woman. When he arrives at the isolated Eel Marsh House, Arthur, who is still tormented by the death in childbirth of his wife four years earlier, discovers that the property holds a dark secret.
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Netflix
In 1980s Indiana, a group of young friends witness supernatural forces and secret government exploits. As they search for answers, the children unravel a series of extraordinary mysteries.
Season 4:
Daniel - ★★★★★
"Stranger things season four was amazing.
It had great action with good drama and amazing characters. One of my favourite parts of it is that there is always multiple stories going on at once in different parts of the world. I also thought that it had a few plot twists which were extremely surprising. My favourite character by a lot is Steve because he is funny and really cool.
Over all stranger things season 4 was a great season with action, comedy and drama."
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8. The Celebrity Traitors
Wednesday 29th October, BBC1, 9:00pm
As morning breaks, breakfast proves to be a wake-up call for the faithful as the traitors strike again. Bridges need to be built if the celebrity players hope to add money to the prize fund, but with protection from murder on offer, some may be more interested in looking after number one. At the round table, suspicions continue to rise. Can the traitors deflect accusations, or will the faithful see through their lies? Presented by Claudia Winkleman
9. FILM: The Witches (2020)
Sunday 26th October, BBC1, 3:15pm
Fantasy starring Anne Hathaway and Octavia Spencer. After going to live with his grandma, young orphan Charlie is almost ensnared by a witch on the streets of Alabama. In an effort to protect him, Grandma takes Charlie to stay at a seaside hotel, unaware that a witch's convention is also booked in, and the Grand High Witch herself is in attendance.
Daniel (Age 12) - ★★
"This was an ok movie.
It was pretty boring and the acting was mediocre and it was not scary. My favourite character was the gran because she was nice, kind and funny.
Overall this was an ok family movie but apart from that’s it’s bad."
Top 10 Halloween Movies
Netflix
Smart, sarcastic and a little dead inside, Wednesday Addams investigates a murder spree while making new friends - and foes - at Nevermore Academy. Fantasy comedy, starring Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Emma Myers and Hunter Doohan
Sandy (Age 9) - ★★★★★
"Wednesday is Netflix’s new (ish) comedy series starring Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega), bringing back some old Addams family characters such as Morticia Addams, Gomez Addams, Pugsley Addams and Thing Addams. Also introducing new characters like Enid (Emma Myers) and Tyler. The best character (in my opinion) was Thing, the hand, he is funnier than the rest. I can’t wait for season 2. Have you seen the show?"
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